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What!? You've never been to LA!? (If you've ever gotten that reaction, this post is for you.) Just back from a first trip to the city of angels, our correspondent has got much to report, but more to go back and see.

We discovered the poetry of Brittany in Mount St Michel, an elegant seaside in the town of Dinard, and an, ahem, fishy seating arrangement at local eatery. (Hint: Not for the romantic fish-lovers among us.)

Who doesn't dream of hitting the Italian countryside with effortlessly chic clothes and a reservation at Villa D'Este? Well, you're in luck, because we've got the perfect itinerary and a packing list to match.

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